1993 Plymouth Laser vs. 1964 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1993 Plymouth Laser is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 1,755 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Plymouth Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Plymouth Laser (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Plymouth Laser should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Plymouth Laser weights approximately 518 kg more than 1964 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Plymouth Laser (142 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm). This means 1993 Plymouth Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Plymouth Laser | 1964 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Plymouth | Renault |
| Model | Laser | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2280 mm |
